ROTEL RSP-980 Surround Sound Processor & ROTEL RDA-980 ac3 Digital Surround Sound Adapter

Description

This is a very interesting product, in fact we have a good audio quality preamplifier, with remote control and a dedicated processor for Dolby Digital

From the Web:

Up for auction are two awesome ROTEL home theater surround sound audio components. The ROTEL RSP-980 SURROUND SOUND PROCESSOR along with the ROTEL RDA-980 ac3 DIGITAL SURROUND ADAPTER (outboard processor). True to Rotel's reputation is the full, rich dynamic QUALITY sound this processor and adapter produces. Approx. a year ago I upgraded my system and this unit has been stored in a smoke-free, pet-free home since that time. This unit performed flawlessly as the central processor for my 5.1 home theater system. Also in great cosmetic condition. There are a few minor superficial scratches on the top of the units, otherwise no obvious scratches, scuffs or blemishes. The faces of the units look brand new.

These two components together retailed for $2300 when new!

One of the best things about these units is the use of the DB-25 cable (included). This cable eliminates having to use 5 coax cables, which makes a HUGE difference in the ease of connecting everything together. Not-to-mention the lack of that tangled wire mess!

This processor is packed full of features some of which include:

Rotel's Balanced Design Concept which combined advanced circuit board layout, comprehensive parts evaluation, and extensive listening tests for superior sound and long term reliability
THX certification for excellent performance and sound quality with a wide variety of audio/video sources
5.1 channel input for Dolby Digital (AC-3) surround processing
User-friendly On-Screen Display
DSP music modes for enhanced surround sound music listening.
Comprehensive input switching with separate recording and listening controls
“Zone 2” output with independent input selection and level adjustments for multi-zone custom installations
Highly regulated power supply
Comprehensive rear panel input and output connection

What it is: Audio Video Pre + processor

Manufacturer: Rotel

Features

Price new: 1.360.000 lire pre-processor 1.500.000 lire. Year circa 1998.

Specifications

Year of production	1998
country of origin	Japan
Digital inputs	5.1 channel Dolby Digital (AC-3)
Integrated DAC	no

About the brand

Rotel is a Japanese hi-fi brand founded in Tokyo in 1961 by the Tachikawa family, who still owns it today. With over 60 years of experience in the audio industry, the company has established itself as a reference point for discerning audiophiles, offering quality audio electronics in the mid- to high-end segment of the international hi-fi market.
Rotel's corporate philosophy can be summed up in the concept of "Balanced Design": more than a circuit design, it's an approach that encompasses the entire design process and guides every technical decision, from component selection to circuit layout. The company has always prioritized substance over appearance, focusing on listening quality rather than purely aesthetic elements, a philosophy that has won over generations of music lovers and international critics.
Among Rotel's distinctive technical solutions are the class AB amplifiers powered by toroidal transformersdali Oversized, in-house manufactured components for stable power. Particular attention is paid to the internal layout of the components to minimize mutual interference.
Rotel's product line includes solid-state integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers for pre- and power amplifier configurations, preamplifiers, CD players, and DACs. Many integrated amplifiers include a phono stage for turntables, a built-in DAC, and Bluetooth connectivity.
In the 12 Series, the A12MKII integrated amplifier delivers 60 watts per channel into 8 ohms, while in the 14 Series, the A14MKII increases its power to 80 watts per channel and adds a USB input for computers. Further up is the Diamond Series, created for the brand's 60th anniversary with the RA-6000 integrated amplifier and the DT-6000 CD/DAC player, which incorporates circuit solutions derived from Michi. Michi is Rotel's highest-end line of electronics, created in the early 1990s for the Japanese market and relaunched in recent years.
Rotel has received numerous awards from the international trade press: the RA-6000 and DT-6000 pair, for example, won the EISA Stereo System Award 2022-2023. Comparison tests often highlight the product's value for money and its ability to compete with higher-end brands.
Rotel targets discerning audiophiles seeking authentic sound quality, music enthusiasts wanting to faithfully reproduce their collections, and users looking to build a reference stereo system on a budget.

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